More than 60 launches at Sanctuary Cove 2012

The 24th Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show will run from May 24-27, and this year, the program is packed with international and national launches and an array of activities for all ages and appetites.

With the theme “Boating and Beyond”, this year’s event aims to stake its position as the venue for showcasing international innovation as an entire world of marine lifestyle will be showcased.

In the motor yacht segment, there are launches from Horizon, Prestige, Maritimo, Mustang, Pelorus Marine, Palm Beach Motor Yachts, MJM Yachts, Integrity, Clipper, Outer Reef Yachts, Fleming, Grand Banks, Alaska, Hampton, Riviera and more.

Horizon Motor Yachts Australia is looking forward to showing off two new models never before seen in Australia.

Along with the sensational E54 making its debut in Australia, the stunning AquaCat 80 will be on show for only the second time since its world debut in Fort Lauderdale. The Horizon AquaCat 80 catamaran design was created to meet the demand for greater onboard comfort at sea. It is claimed that the twin round-bilge hulls provide superior stability, faster acceleration and higher top speeds than a monohull design.

Following its UK and European launch late last year, the Princess 60 will make its Australian debut at Sanctuary Cove. According to Princess Australia, the new Princess 60 has already captured global attention with her sleek profile, performance to match and spacious interior.

Maritimo is planning an impressive on-water display of seven luxury vessels worth more than $8m, including the new M58 and M45 Motoryachts and the new Mustang 43 sports cruiser.

Palm Beach Motor Yachts will present its new PB 55 and PB 45 for the first time in Australia. These stylish and superbly crafted vessels are built from the latest materials and production methods to produce a super-strong but light-weight vessels that are as classically chic as they are high-tech.

Clipper Motor Yachts’ new Hudson Bay 50 will be on show. This is not simply a new model but a completely new line for the renowned builder of classic motor yachts. The Hudson Bay 50 is designed around a single-level family and entertaining area stretching from the aft cockpit through the galley and saloon and dinette. The new boat includes three cabins and two bathrooms in the accommodation suite.

The largest vessel on show, Norseman is an Italian-built Falcon 90 constructed for luxury Mediterranean charter and will treat visitors to a glimpse of the multi-million dollar, superyacht lifestyle. She has spent two seasons in the Mediterranean and two seasons in Australia and will be seeking expressions of interest, for sale at $5.8m.

Sailing too is well represented, with a series of firsts from some of the major international players.

In the ever-popular catamaran arena, Seawind is set to impress with its latest Seawind 100 XL2 and a revolutionary new concept, still under wraps -- a 'category first' that Seawind says will have global appeal.

Multihull Solutions will have on show for the first time in the southern hemisphere, the new Catana 47 high-performance catamaran. Clocked at almost 25 knots during trials, the Catana 47 is fast, light, robust and exceptionally easy to handle, giving both helmsman and passengers a remarkable sensation of speed and acceleration.

Jeanneau Australia and the Queensland importer, Mooloolaba Yacht Brokers, will host the Australian show debut of the first of the stunning new deck saloon range, the Sun Odyssey 44DS.

In the trailerable category, there is a swag of launches catering to the fishing, tender, sport and family markets.

Arvor will unveil its Weekender, a derivative of the much-loved Avor fishing boat range with additional features like a large vee berth, convertible dinette, workable galley private head compartment for family-friendly weekends away. It sports a single Cummins CMD 150hp dieselwith a top speed of 22 knots.

Sealegs will have its latest amphibious craft on show, a 7.7m cabin RIB, and there are scores of tinnies, RIBS and ski boats for all skill levels and applications.

Zodiac will present its new Mona Lisa range of Cadet compacts and Cadet RIBs, constructed to be sturdy and stylish in high-tech Strongan (PVC) and Neo (Hypalon).

The PWCs on show will excite young and the young at heart, with the official launch of the 2012 range of Yamaha’s redesigned FX series, including the Yamaha SuperJet -- the ideal craft for riders who crave a challenging and exciting “stand up” ride.

For 2012, the entertainment has been boosted, with awesome launches in the form of Seabreacher X -- the latest and most advanced shark-shaped submersible watercraft that propels itself clear out of the water. Boasting a 260hp supercharged engine, the Seabreacher X can hit a top speed of 43 knots (80km/h) on the surface and 22 knots (40 km/h) below.

For the first time in Australia, visitors will be able to marvel at the gravity-defying JetLev R200, the coolest way to hit the waves! Drawing inspiration from the James Bond flick Thunderball, the JetLev is winning devotees around the world since its US launch last year. Shooting nine metres in the air with just a hose linking it to the water, the JetLev will be on display throughout the show.

For those who want to admire the views, above and below the water, there’s the Ego compact semi-submarine from Korea, heralded as the most environmentally-friendly and commercially viable concept of its kind.

There are also fashion parades, cooking exhibits and live music on stage in the new entertainment piazza.

Visitors can buy tickets online now and go in the running to win three nights accommodation at Sea World Resort which can be used during boat show. 

Exhibitor details, ticket information, accommodation packages and updated news about the 2012 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show are available at www.sanctuarycoveboatshow.com.au